On September 16, 2024, a video showing EXO member Baekhyun smoking indoors at what appears to be a restaurant surfaced on social media platform X, sparking criticism.
In the video, Baekhyun is seen sitting in a corner of the venue, conversing with others before lighting a cigarette. The video captures him inhaling the cigarette and exhaling the smoke. Several individuals, believed to be male and female staff members, were seated with him.
It’s unclear exactly when and where the video was filmed, as the uploader of the video only commented, “EXO’s Byun Baekhyun caught smoking indoors.”
Baekhyun is known to be a smoker, and in several photos taken with friends, he has been seen carrying cigarettes.
However, if Baekhyun did smoke indoors, there could be complaints filed, leading to a potential fine. Fellow EXO member D.O. was previously fined after being reported for smoking indoors.
The video of Baekhyun smoking indoors quickly spread online, leading to widespread criticism from netizens. Comments included, “What makes celebrities think they’re privileged?” “What did the staff eating with him do to deserve this?” “Blowing smoke in someone’s face, even during a gathering, is crossing the line,” and “His behavior is not surprising at all.”
Source: Nate
